Save A vibrant, whimsical fruit platter inspired by the mythical dragons scales, featuring colorful sliced fruits artfully arranged with luscious homemade dips—a showstopping centerpiece perfect for parties and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Fruit Selection: 1 small dragon fruit peeled and sliced 1 cup green grapes halved 1 cup blueberries 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced 2 kiwis peeled and sliced 1 mango peeled and thinly sliced 1 small pineapple peeled and cut into triangles 1 orange peeled and segmented 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Dips: 1 cup Greek yogurt 1 tbsp honey 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips 2 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Prepare all fruits as directed, slicing thinly to mimic the look of overlapping dragon scales.
- Step 2:
- On a large platter or board, arrange the fruit slices in tightly overlapping rows, alternating colors and shapes for a scale like effect.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth. Place in a serving bowl for dipping.
- Step 4:
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring until glossy and smooth. Pour into a small bowl for dipping.
- Step 5:
- Nestle the bowls of yogurt dip and chocolate dip among the arranged fruits.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the board for a magical touch. Serve immediately.
Save Let kids help arrange fruit for a fun activity.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Paring knife Small bowls for dips Microwave safe bowl Spoons
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, chocolate chips). For allergies, use plant based yogurt and dairy free chocolate. Some chocolate chips may contain traces of nuts or soy—check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 165 Total Fat: 4 g Carbohydrates: 32 g Protein: 4 g
Save A showstopping centerpiece perfect for parties and family gatherings.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I keep the fruit fresh longer?
Store the prepared fruit board covered in the refrigerator and prepare close to serving time to maintain freshness and prevent browning.
- → Can the dips be made vegan?
Yes, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use dairy-free chocolate chips melted with coconut oil for delicious vegan dips.
- → What fruits mimic the dragon scales effect?
Thinly sliced dragon fruit, kiwi, mango, strawberries, and pineapple arranged in overlapping patterns create the shimmering scale look.
- → How should the chocolate dip be melted?
Microwave chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy for easy dipping.
- → What are good additions to enhance the platter?
Adding passion fruit, blackberries, or starfruit can bring extra flair and variety in flavor and texture.